Oxford Cottage Oak: Rustic Engineered Wood Flooring
Add a touch of warmth and rustic character to your home with Oxford Cottage Oak Brushed & UV Oiled engineered wood flooring. This beautiful flooring option captures the essence of classic country living with the stability and durability of modern engineered construction. It’s an ideal choice for creating a cozy and inviting atmosphere.
Key Features & Benefits
- Rustic Cottage Look: This flooring embodies a traditional “cottage” aesthetic. It features more prominent knots, splits, and variations in grain and color compared to cleaner wood grades. This creates a floor with a unique, lived-in feel that tells a story.
- Warm, Natural Oak Color: The planks showcase the natural, golden-brown hues of oak without heavy staining. This warm, inviting color works well with a variety of interior styles, from farmhouse and traditional to eclectic.
- Textured Brushed Surface: The brushing process gently scoops out the softer wood to highlight the natural, harder grain. This gives the surface a subtle texture and a more authentic, aged feel. This textured finish also helps to disguise minor scratches and wear, making it a very practical choice for busy households.
- Durable UV Oiled Finish: A UV-cured oil finish is applied to the surface, providing a tough, protective barrier that enhances the wood’s natural beauty. This finish offers excellent resistance to everyday spills and scuffs while maintaining a matte, low-sheen look that feels natural underfoot. It is easier to maintain than a traditional lacquered floor.
- Stable Engineered Construction: Each plank consists of a genuine oak top layer bonded to a multi-layered core. This engineered structure makes the floor highly stable and less prone to expansion or contraction due to changes in humidity, making it suitable for a wide range of installations, including over underfloor heating.
Specifications & Suitability
- Wood Grade: Rustic or Cottage Grade European Oak
- Finish: Brushed & UV Oiled
- Dimensions: Typically available in 14mm thickness and 125mm width, with various random lengths to ensure a natural, staggered appearance upon installation.
- Installation: Designed with a Tongue & Groove system for a secure and straightforward fit.
- Durability: A robust choice, well-suited for high-traffic residential areas where a floor with character is desired.
The Oxford Cottage Oak Brushed & UV Oiled engineered wood floor is a perfect blend of style and substance. It provides the enduring appeal of rustic oak with the long-lasting performance of engineered wood, making it an excellent investment for your home.